Sisterhood has a funny way of picking up right where it left off. From milestone reunions to annual get-togethers, Tri Deltas across generations and geographic locations are making time to reconnect, reminisce and make a few new memories along the way. Read on to enjoy memories from some recent reunions!
Three Decades of Sisterhood
After serving together as chapter development consultants 30 years ago, a special group of Tri Delta sisters reunited in Charleston, South Carolina, the home of Cynthia Osmer Spear, South Carolina, to celebrate a friendship that has stood the test of time.
Despite living miles apart, from the West Coast to the East Coast, these women have remained a constant presence in one another’s lives. Three decades later, their reunion was a reminder that some friendships are truly timeless. Here’s to 30 years of laughter, memories and unwavering sisterhood—and the steadfast love that continues to bring them together, no matter the distance.
Submitted by Karolyn Fendley Stayer, Northern Arizona.
1983 Theta Gamma Sisters
Sisters from Theta Gamma Chapter’s 1983 member class recently gathered at the Tri Delta house at the University of Oklahoma to see all the improvements and enjoy time together again. The alumnae agreed that the house looks beautiful and that the collegians were gracious in welcoming them back to campus. Although they live in different states, these sisters try to get together every year, and the bonds of sisterhood keep them close.
Pictured, left to right: Aileen Dunn Jackman, Shari Archer Macfee, Kelli Katz Hurst, Stacey Mairs Rauscher, Liz DeLany Nelson, all Oklahoma.
Submitted by Liz DeLany Nelson, Oklahoma.
Phi Alpha 40-Year Reunion
Sisters from Phi Alpha Chapter at the University of Toledo gathered for a 40-year reunion at this year’s Homecoming football game to celebrate their decades of friendship and sisterhood. The sisters traveled from as far as California, Florida and even Canada to reunite on campus. No matter how many miles separate them, their Tri Delta bond remains strong!
Pictured, from left: Jane McGrew Foster, Susan Gerken LeBlevec, Mary Edwards Kraus, all Toledo.
Submitted by Jane McGrew Foster, Toledo.
Alpha Phi Class of 1968 Celebrates 55 Years
Last spring, 14 Tri Deltas came together on the Pennsylvania State University campus to celebrate their 75th birthdays and more than 55 years of friendship. Their reunion brought them back to where it all began in 1968 as members of Alpha Phi Chapter.
Submitted by Lois Klein Parsons, Pennsylvania State.
Theta Xi—50 Years of Friendship
Five Theta Xi sisters reunited in New York City this year to celebrate more than 50 years of friendship. Although life has taken them from California to Arizona, Texas, Colorado and New York, they have stayed connected through a weekly Zoom call and an annual in-person reunion.
Hosted by Robin Andrews Maloof, Southern California, the group enjoyed Breakfast at Tiffany’s, The Met, the Plaza Hotel, a tour of Gilded Age homes, a Broadway show and jazz at Dizzy’s Club. They even made an appearance on the “Today” show with Savannah Guthrie!
Pictured, from left to right: Alice Dimmick Davidson, Jennefer Jolstead Collins, Wendy Baker Hein, Robin Andrews Maloof, Patty Harwood, all Southern California.
Submitted by Wendy Baker Hein, Southern California.
Beta Alpha—30 Years of Sisterhood
Beta Alpha sisters from the University of South Florida in Tampa, who joined Tri Delta 30 years ago, came together to celebrate their years of sisterhood, friendship, laughter and memories.
Throughout the years, the bonds they formed as Tri Deltas have remained strong. Here’s to 30+ years of memories and many more to come!
Submitted by Lara Osofsky Leader, South Florida.
Alpha Eta DDD B&B Reunion
When Alpha Eta Chapter at Florida State University recently hosted a DDD B&B event, several member classes from the 1980s and 1990s decided to make it a reunion weekend. Attendees enjoyed a tour of the new-to-them chapter house, led by a collegiate tour guide who also joined them for dinner.
It was a weekend filled with catching up, reminiscing and, of course, sisters proving that the bonds of sisterhood were alive and well!
Submitted by Tracy Bruce Hale, Florida State.
Beta Beta—50 Years of Friendship
More than 50 years of friendship and sisterhood are represented in this group of Beta Beta Chapter sisters from Cal State/Northridge, who have been getting together for lunch every quarter for the past 30 years.
Although the sisters now live in different cities across Southern California and Arizona, they continue to make time for these special lunches. They cherish the tradition and hope to keep it going for many years to come!
Submitted by Christie Moore Krieg, Cal State/Northridge.
57 Years of Friendship Celebrated in Madison
The week of June 17-19, Tri Delta sisters gathered at the University of Wisconsin—Madison, for a fun and memorable two-day reunion celebrating 57 years of friendship. The group walked State Street and Langdon Street, enjoyed a two-hour pontoon adventure on Lake Mendota and, of course, relaxed together at the Union Terrace.
But the best part was being able to reminisce and reconnect after all these years. As Anne shared, “57 years of Tri Delta friendship. We are truly blessed!”
Submitted by Anne Schaffenberger Tapaszi, Wisconsin.